Nowadays, Korean stars are not just doing their thing in the entertainment industry but they are also busy with running their own businesses.
Though some Korean stars have already established their careers in the entertainment industry, it is still quite agreeable that success in this field is momentary and they can't rely on their careers forever. As time passes popularity will eventually fade and new sets of stars will rise above them, it's a cycle in the entertainment business and is understood by all.
This is the reason why most Korean stars opt to invest their earnings in food businesses and thanks to the fame and reputation they have, the restaurants or cafes that these celebrities own are always packed with fans. So if you're an avid Korean drama fan and you happen to be visiting South Korea soon, make sure to visit the hottest restaurants and cafes owned by your favorite Korean drama star!
So without further ado, here is the list of restaurants and cafés owned by your favorite Korean actors/actresses below and make sure to put these hot places to visit in your travel bucket list!
TMI
T.M.I or Too Much Information is a chic and casual dining pub located in Itaewon, which is Seoul's most diverse and foreigner-friendly district. This pub is well known for its celebrity owner, Yoo Ah In who is a famous Korean actor. Customers keep coming back in this pub for their signature dish which is the Mushroom Burger! What's unique with this burger is that is it actually non meat that tastes just like a real meat burger.
Complete address: 16 Noksapyeong-daero 32-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Studio Concrete
Studio Concrete can be found in Hannamdong, a café that is again owned by actor Yoo Ah In. The café is an old house which was remodeled into a vintage, creative space for people to enjoy. This place is perfect for art lovers since the first floor is an art gallery and an artist workshop and a terrace on the second floor.
Enjoy a nice quality coffee and get a chance to meet with the mascot, 'Tak-goo,' a cute dog that greets every visitor to the place!
Complete address: 162 Hannam-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
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LUA Lounge Bar
LUA Lounge Bar, is another hangout place located in Itaewon district, a perfect spot if you're in a search for a chill out zone where you can enjoy wine and other kinds of drinks. This bar is being managed by Korean actor, Yoo Yeon Seok. The area has a warm, vintage interiors, mood lighting and has a great atmosphere suited for having a drink or two.
Complete address: 127-1 Itaewon 1(il)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Little Tin Drums
This restaurant is owned and managed by Park Shin Hye's parents. If you're an avid fan of actress Park Shin Hye, then is a go-to place for you! The place is filled with posters and pictures of Shin Hye and of course the actress herself visits the restaurant frequently, so you if want to catch her, then visit this place.
However, just be aware that there is an unspoken rule in the restaurant: respect Shin Hye's privacy, so no taking of pictures or asking of autographs while inside.
Complete Address: Seoul Gangdong-gu, SeoNae-dong 548-3
CAFFE SOO
CAFFE SOO is a family business of famous actress Suzy. Her parents manage the shop and the place is also Suzy-themed where pictures, posters, and all sorts of Suzy memorabilia are displayed. So for Suzy's avid fans, this place is created especially for you!
Suzy herself is also a regular (though infrequent) visitor, so if it's your lucky day, you might catch her there in person during a visit.
Complete Address: 130, Myeonang Road, Buk-gu, Gwangju
